EDGE Certification Consultancy is a professional service that helps developers, architects, and project owners navigate the process of obtaining EDGE Certification — a globally recognized green building standard developed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC).
An EDGE consultant acts as your strategic partner to:
 Assess the feasibility of your project
Model building performance using the EDGE Software
Suggest design improvements to meet certification targets
 Prepare technical documentation
 Ensure successful certification and audit results
In short, EDGE consultancy ensures that your building project is resource-efficient, certifiable, and market-ready for today’s sustainability demands.
This service is essential for:
Real estate developers targeting green finance
Construction firms seeking efficient design solutions
Global brands aligning with ESG and net-zero goals
With an expert EDGE consultant like ERKE, you reduce risk, save time, and unlock new value from your buildings — anywhere in the world.
EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) is a green building certification system created by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group. It aims to transform the built environment by encouraging developers to build more efficiently — saving energy, water, and embodied carbon in materials.
To achieve EDGE, a building must demonstrate:
20% energy savings
20% water savings
20% reduction in embodied energy in materials
These thresholds are measured against a standardized local baseline using climate-specific data and construction benchmarks.
EDGE is used in over 170 countries and is suitable for all major building types — residential, commercial, hospitality, educational, and more.
EDGE offers a fast, affordable, and scalable way to certify green buildings across the globe. Compared to traditional certification systems, EDGE is:
Whether you’re developing high-rise housing or a chain of hotels, EDGE Certification helps you meet sustainability targets without overengineering.
At ERKE Sustainability Consultancy, we provide comprehensive EDGE support for projects worldwide. Our EDGE consultancy services cover:
We evaluate if your project meets EDGE requirements before you invest in full certification. This includes a review of:
Site location & climate
Building typology & occupancy
Local building standards
We use the official EDGE App to simulate your project’s resource savings. This software determines compliance in:
Operational energy use
Potable water consumption
Embodied energy in construction materials
Our team works with your architects and engineers to identify cost-efficient design strategies — such as:
Efficient HVAC systems
Low-flow fixtures
Sustainable material selection
Passive shading or insulation
We prepare all the required documentation and submit your project to authorized certification providers (e.g., Sintali, SGS). We also coordinate:
Design stage audit
Post-construction site audit
Communications with the certifier
Once all EDGE requirements are met, your project receives its official EDGE Certificate — recognized by governments, investors, and tenants worldwide.
EDGE Certification consists of three tiers:
EDGE Certification is awarded upon achieving a minimum efficiency of 20% in three key areas: Energy, Water, and Materials. The certification utilizes a straightforward pass/fail approach to assess whether there has been a 20% reduction in operational energy, water consumption, and embodied energy in materials.
The process of obtaining EDGE Certification involves examining project documents and confirming compliance with EDGE standards during the design phase. To achieve EDGE Certification compliance, both design reviews and on-site inspections are necessary.
As ERKE, along with our accredited EDGE experts, we’ve offered consultation for over 150 Green Building projects since 2007. Currently, we are actively involved in providing consultancy for over 70 Green Building projects in our home country and various international locations, such as the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Malta, Italy, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.
EDGE is ideal for:
Real estate developers
Hotel chains & resorts
Commercial office projects
Schools & universities
Industrial and logistics facilities
Affordable and large-scale housing
Whether you are building in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe or the Americas — ERKE helps you meet EDGE criteria locally and efficiently.
With over 15 years of international experience, ERKE provides expert sustainability consultancy for global building standards. What makes us different:
Global reach, local insight
In-house engineering & architecture expertise
Direct coordination with IFC-approved certifiers
Zero-rejection guarantee on properly implemented projects
Proven ROI through faster permitting and green financing eligibility
From concept design to final audit, we guide your project every step of the way.
EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) is an international green building certification system developed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC). It promotes cost-effective strategies to reduce energy, water, and embodied energy in materials by at least 20%.
EDGE stands for Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies — a sustainability standard that helps buildings achieve measurable reductions in resource use.
To get EDGE Certification, you must:
Model your building in the official EDGE software
Meet 20% savings in three categories
Submit documentation through an authorized certifier (like SGS or Sintali)
Pass design and site audits
📞 ERKE provides complete support throughout this process.
EDGE Building Certification refers to the formal recognition that a building meets the EDGE standard for sustainability and resource efficiency. It applies to both new and existing buildings.
EDGE Green Certification is another name for EDGE Certification and emphasizes its focus on green construction practices that are measurable and affordable.
LEED is comprehensive and documentation-heavy; often more expensive
EDGE is simpler, faster, and cost-effective — ideal for emerging markets
Both are respected, but EDGE is best suited for fast-growing, price-sensitive projects.
In Ohio, USA, EDGE often refers to the Encouraging Diversity, Growth, and Equity program — unrelated to green building.
This website focuses on EDGE building certification, not state procurement programs.
EDGE Certification is overseen globally by the IFC, with certifications issued by partners like Sintali, SGS, and local certification bodies depending on the country.
Yes. EDGE is active in 170+ countries and is recognized by investors, governments, and ESG-driven institutions worldwide.
Offices and commercial spaces
Hotels and resorts
Schools and universities
Hospitals
Industrial and logistics facilities
Absolutely. EDGE is designed to support cost-sensitive projects, making it ideal for public housing, social housing, and low-income development programs.
The process typically takes 6–12 weeks, depending on project complexity and documentation readiness. ERKE helps reduce delays with structured project management.
Costs include:
Consultancy fees (e.g. ERKE’s support)
Software modeling (free tool)
Certification & audit fees (paid to IFC-approved certifiers)
EDGE is more affordable than many other green certifications.
Access to green financing and lower interest rates
Faster approvals in some jurisdictions
Enhanced market value and branding
Reduced utility bills over the building lifecycle
Yes. Some projects pursue EDGE alongside other standards. ERKE can help you align your project with multiple rating systems for maximum recognition.
While not mandatory globally, some governments offer incentives or fast-track permitting for EDGE-certified buildings (e.g., in Kenya, Colombia, India). ERKE can advise per country.
EDGE contributes directly to Environmental (E) targets under ESG strategies by reducing energy and resource use, making it valuable for developers seeking impact investment.
Architects
Investors
Contractors
Facility owners
If you want to future-proof your building, EDGE is a smart, globally recognized solution.
Having extensive experience as a consultancy specialized in green building, we have successfully concluded more than 150 Green Building and LEED Consulting projects. These consulting entities provide essential assistance and expertise required for the planning and certification of sustainable building initiatives, collaborating closely with building proprietors, architects, and construction teams.
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